🌱 School Zone Cameras Activate + Kensington Park Fire Displaces 4

Good morning, everybody. Danielle Fallon-O'Leary here with your fresh copy of the Savannah Daily, filled with everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, today's weather:

Nice with clouds and sun. High: 75 Low: 52.

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Here are the top three stories in Savannah today:

1. Savannah's school zone cameras will activate this week. The cameras are meant to increase safety in ten school zones throughout the city. The official 30-day warning period, which notifies violators but does not carry a fine, starts tomorrow. The city has announced plans to add additional cameras in the future. (Savannah Police Department)
2. The Coastal Health District will be providing breast cancer screenings this month. The screenings are to honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The screenings will be at no cost for women between the ages of 40 and 64 that meet certain income requirements. Click for a schedule of screening events in Chatham County and across the region. (WTOC)
3. The Savannah Fire Department reports that a kitchen fire has displaced four people. The fire occurred on Sunday at 5:27 p.m. in the Kensington Park neighborhood. Responding crews cut a ventilation hole in the roof to prevent the attic from being engulfed. Thankfully, no one was injured during the incident. (WTOC)

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Today in Savannah:

• Storytime At Pooler Library (10:30 AM)
• Mat Yoga At Southwest Library (11:00 AM)
• Free Tour At Savannah City Hall (Noon)
• Buy One Get One Free Night: Cosmic Love At Painting With A Twist (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Savannah Police Department has tied purple ribbons around trees at Forsyth Park for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Click to view the photos. (Savannah Police Department via Facebook)
• Savannah Children's Theatre is hosting auditions for THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL today. All roles are available. (Savannah Children's Theatre via Facebook)
• Oktoberfest at Plant Riverside District will be running through Oct. 29. This family-friendly event includes live polka music. (Visit Savannah)

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with another update!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.